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Rana Falah

278 Ellsworth Ave Staten Island

Summary

To obtain an Elementary Teacher position rooted in social-emotional learning and differentiated instruction.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

ELA TEACHER Sixth Grade Leave Replacement

J.H.S/I.S. 278 Marine Park District 22
Brooklyn
09.2021 - Current
  • Align instruction to the Next Generation English Language Arts Learning Standards (NGLS)
  • Collect and analyze data from formative/summative assessments, project-based learning tasks, and informal observations
  • Accommodate students with IEPs using differentiated instruction, graphic organizers, preferential seating, and visuals
  • Integrate SMART Board, Google Classroom, and Zoom technology into interactive lessons
  • Prepare culturally responsive lessons for a diverse learning population, including English Language Learners (ELLs)
  • Serve as after school STEM Teacher, infusing technology instruction and digital citizenship across the content areas

CLASSROOM TEACHER First Grade Summer Rising

NYC Department of Education
Brooklyn
06.2021 - 08.2021
  • Provide remediation, extension, and skill development for students in extended school year program
  • Ensure a bridge to upcoming school year through literacy, math, and Social-Emotional Learning (SEL)
  • Coordinated with the Department of Youth & Community Development (DYCD) to supply recreational enrichment
  • Encouraged social interaction between students to compensate for the social distancing experienced during pandemic
  • Recorded data from various assessments to ensure development over summer months

CLASSROOM TEACHER First Grade Leave Replacement

P.S. 52 The Sheepshead Bay Elementary School
Brooklyn
01.2021 - 06.2021
  • Implement Teachers College Reading and Writing Project for a Balanced Literacy approach to instruction
  • Collect student data using running records to inform flexible, leveled guided reading groups
  • Supplemented GO Math! and TERC Investigations curricular models with manipulatives, including ten frames and counters
  • Utilized inquiry-based learning via Amplify Science and Passport to Social Studies programs
  • Supported Dual Language students with diverse backgrounds using prompting, chunking tasks, and visual learning
  • Incorporated Imagine Learning, Get Epic!, and myON technology into synchronous and asynchronous Zoom lessons
  • Provided Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) opportunities during pandemic using daily wellness check-ins

SUBSTITUTE TEACHER

NYC Department of Education Districts 21 and 22
Brooklyn
03.2018 - 12.2019
  • Conducted lessons for classroom teachers and became well-versed in grade-level needs and expectations
  • Led discussions to enhance student interests and curiosity, reinforcing problem solving and academic independence

KINDERGARTEN TEACHER

Al-Noor School
Brooklyn
09.2003 - 06.2006
  • Differentiated instruction based on pre- and post-assessment data, informal checklists, and anecdotal observations
  • Modified instruction to meet students' IEP goals, providing accommodations and alternate assessment measures
  • Employed Balanced Literacy program centered on interactive read-alouds, guided reading, and shared writing
  • Fostered discovery learning approach to mathematics, incorporating tactile manipulatives and realia
  • Monitored progress of students while focusing on social-emotional, motor skill, and behavioral development
  • Engaged in Culturally Responsive-Sustaining Education (CRSE) practices in a faith-based environment

Education

Master of Science - Education (MSEd) Childhood Education

Brooklyn College
Brooklyn, NY

Bachelor of Arts - Childhood Education

Brooklyn College
Brooklyn, NY

Associate of Arts - Education

Kingsborough Community College
Brooklyn, NY

Skills

  • Proficient in Google Workspace (Slides, Docs, Forms, and Drive)
  • Proficient in Zoom
  • Proficient in SMART Board
  • Fluent in English
  • Fluent in Arabic
  • Member of Brooklyn College Alumni Association

Certification

New York State Permanent Certificate in Pre-Kindergarten, Kindergarten, and Grades 1-6

Timeline

ELA TEACHER Sixth Grade Leave Replacement

J.H.S/I.S. 278 Marine Park District 22
09.2021 - Current

CLASSROOM TEACHER First Grade Summer Rising

NYC Department of Education
06.2021 - 08.2021

CLASSROOM TEACHER First Grade Leave Replacement

P.S. 52 The Sheepshead Bay Elementary School
01.2021 - 06.2021

SUBSTITUTE TEACHER

NYC Department of Education Districts 21 and 22
03.2018 - 12.2019

KINDERGARTEN TEACHER

Al-Noor School
09.2003 - 06.2006

Master of Science - Education (MSEd) Childhood Education

Brooklyn College

Bachelor of Arts - Childhood Education

Brooklyn College

Associate of Arts - Education

Kingsborough Community College
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